Valley of Whales and Wadi El Rayan Water Falls Day Tour from Cairo

Step out from the hustle and bustle of Cairo and step into an adventure of stunning natural beauty with our Valley of Whales and Wadi El Rayan Water Falls tour. Experience a part of Egyptian history and nature that is often overlooked. Our day trip commences from Cairo and brings you face-to-face with the enigmatic desert whales in the Valley of Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan). It is a UNESCO World Heritage site that houses fossil remains of the last known kind of Archaeoceti, an ancient sub-order of whales.
Post this, we head to the Wadi El Rayan Water Falls- the only waterfall in Egypt. See the cascading water and take in the raw beauty of this spectacle. It is a sight of surging waters in the middle of a desert landscape that you don’t want to miss. Join us for this unique excursion that blends history, nature, and culture in a tapestry of unforgettable sights and experiences.


Itinerary
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Stop At: Cairo, Cairo, Cairo Governorate

Day Tour to El Fayoum Visiting starting with pickup from your Hotel at 07:00 AM, Drive from Cairo to El Fayoum around 1 hour, Then once you arrive change to 4x4 vehicle and start the tour by visitng the Tunis Village in Fayoum, The small village of Tunis (‘izbat Tunis) is located in the oasis of Fayoum, on the way to Wadi Rayan. Located on a hill facing a large salt water lake, the village overlooks a stunning view of the edge of the desert on the other side of the lake. It is one of the most beautiful places in Egypt.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Wadi El-Rayan, 65 km southwest of Faiyum city 80 km west of the Nile River, Al Fayyum Egypt

The valley of Wadi El-Rayan is an area of 1759 km2, 113 km2 of which are the dominating water body of the Wadi El Rayan lakes. It is located about 65 km southwest of Faiyum city and 80 km west of the Nile River. The Wadi has been used for man-made lakes from agricultural drainage which has made a reserve of the two separate Wadi El Rayan Lakes. The reserve is composed of a 50.90 km2 upper lake and a 62.00 km2 lower lake, with waterfalls between the two. Among the springs, there are three sulphur springs at the southern side of the lower lake, with extensive mobile sand dunes. Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls are considered to be the largest waterfalls in Egypt.

At the south and southeast of the springs is Gabal Manqueer Al Rayan, where marine fossils and archeological remains are found. Gabal Madwera, near the lower lake, is known for its extensive dune formations.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Qarun Lake, Al Faiyum Governorate Desert, Faiyum Governorate 2814001, Egypt

Lake Qarun or Qarun Pool is a lake in the city of Fayoum in Upper Egypt. It is located northwest of the city of Beni Suef, west of the Nile River, about 50 kilometers away from it. Lake Qarun is located in Fayoum Governorate and is one of the largest natural lakes in Egypt.



Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan), Western Desert, Giza Egypt

Wādī al-Ḥītān ( lit. 'Wadi of the Whales' Egyptian Arabic pronunciation: [ˈwa.diː elˈħit.æːn] is a paleontological site in the Faiyum Governorate of Egypt, some 150 kilometres (93 mi) south-west of Cairo. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2005 for its hundreds of fossils of some of the earliest forms of whale, the archaeoceti (a now extinct sub-order of whales). The site reveals evidence for the explanation of one of the greatest mysteries of the evolution of whales: the emergence of the whale as an ocean-going mammal from a previous life as a land-based animal.

No other place in the world yields the number, concentration and quality of such fossils, nor their accessibility and setting in an attractive and protected landscape. The valley was therefore inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2005.

Archaeoceti. enjoy Sand boarding, Enjoy the Sand Dunes and Magic Lake in one of the best destinations in Egypt
Then drive back to your hotel in Cairo.


Duration: 3 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 8 To 10 Hours
Start location: 1: 1 Magles Al Shaeb, Ad Dawawin, El Sayeda Zeinab, Cairo Governorate 4280001, Egypt
2: كبده ومخ العمده(ام المصريين )الجيزه, 37شارع ربيع الجيزي بجوار مستشفى أم المصريين أمام البنك الاهلى، Al Omraneyah Ash Sharqeyah, Al Giza, Giza Governorate 3724307, Egypt
3: Al Massalah (6th of October), 6th of October City (2), Giza Governorate 3221850, Egypt
4: 7GXHX4RP+C33, X4RP+C33 Al Haram, Egypt
5: 44 El-Omda St, Al Haram, Giza Governorate, Egypt
6: Palma Residence Compound, 2F2V+RW2, Industrial Area, New Cairo 1, Cairo Governorate 4727010, Egypt
Traveler pickup is offered
At 8 am our tour guide will be waiting inside the lobby of your hotel and he will be holding a sign showing our company name Emo Tours

Airports

• Cairo Intl Airport, Cairo Egypt

Ports

• Cairo International Airport, Heliopolis, El Nozha, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• driver who is happy to take photos using your phone
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Bottled water

Not Included

• Personal Items
• Tipping
• enter fees (optional)
• Lunch (optional)

Facilities